The NBA has officially revised the career coaching record of the legendary Gregg Popovich. This adjustment comes after a season where Popovich, the league’s all-time leader in coaching wins, had to step away from the San Antonio Spurs due to a health issue. His assistant at the time, Mitch Johnson, took charge of the team for most of the season.
The main takeaway is that the 77 games Popovich missed are no longer on his record. Instead, they have been credited to Mitch Johnson, who has since been appointed the new head coach. This decision clarifies the historical records and formally marks the beginning of Johnson’s head coaching career with the Spurs.
✍️ The Official Record Change
The NBA, in agreement with the San Antonio Spurs, has reset Gregg Popovich’s final coaching record to 1,390 wins and 824 losses. This change officially credits the 32 wins and 45 losses from the last 77 games of the 2024-25 season to Mitch Johnson, establishing his initial record as a head coach.
👟 A Season of Unexpected Change
This adjustment reflects the events of last season. Popovich’s absence began on November 2, when he had a health issue at the team’s arena. Johnson, then an assistant coach, stepped in to lead the team as the acting head coach for the rest of the season, guiding the Spurs through an unexpected period of transition.
🌟 A New Era for the Spurs
This record update aligns with major changes within the Spurs organization. With Popovich retiring from coaching to become the team’s President and Johnson being named the new head coach, the move solidifies a new chapter for the team. It ensures that historical records accurately reflect who was leading the team on the court as the Spurs look toward the future.
